@koynekwest said:
This is his son again. To Pete, thank you for posting this. I want to answer a few questions asked in the other thread. I was the reason he appeared to be logged in last night. I had found a PM in his email asking about him and I replied to it. I was going to post this afternoon when I got home, but it was already posted (better than I could have summed it up). The Kanye Twitty picture was appreciated, I got a needed laugh out of it, so no worries about it not being appropriate. It means a lot to us that he had such an impact on so many people in the coin community. Thank you all for your kind words. I don't know if he was on other forums, but please inform anybody else that knew him about this.
What a thoughtful and gracious post! I’m so very sorry for your loss and as you can see, your father was greatly appreciated and respected, both by those who read his posts and those who knew him personally.
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So sorry to hear the news - my condolences to his family. He will be missed. Thanks for letting us know.
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goodness. i thought that post asking if he was MIA was unnecessary since he was posting pretty much, right up until the end. turns out, it was quite apropos!~
i'm certainly going to miss his contributions around here as i'm sure others will on other forums.
between ron and several other members that have passed the past few years, we can really feel the chasm-sized gap they leave behind for the absence of their major and continuous contributions.
I am very sorry to hear this news. Ron was a friend and I was proud to have sold quite a few of his "Buffalo Nickels - The Abraded Die Varieties" books. He was always willing to share his knowledge which was considerable. As Tommy mentioned, he also was an expert on Washington Quarter varieties, and I was happy to have discussd those coins with him also.
My deepest condolences to his family and many friends.
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I had recently sent him some potted Milkweed plants and a bunch of seed as he wanted to have a milkweed patch for the Monarch Butterflies. Here's to God putting him in charge of Heaven's Milkweed Patches to look over the Monarchs!!!!!!!!!!!!
"When they can't find anything wrong with you, they create it!"
It is indeed sad to hear of his passing, but his memory will live on not only among us forum members but through the dedicated work he put into his books.
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This news comes as a shock, as Ron was such a regular contributor here. I always looked forward to his posts, which showed his deep knowledge of buffalo nickels, and his eagerness to share that knowledge. I'm sorry that I'll never have a chance to meet him. Sincere condolences to his family and friends, RIP Ron.
Sad news. We had some fun private messages about or shared love of Boston Terriers and what a wonderful breed they are. I think I saw here recently that he may have added one to his pack, which made me happy to see. I will definitely miss Koynekwest.
I just found out this morning as I was reading these threads on the board. What a punch in the gut that was to me. I am 76 now and Ron was a few years younger than me. We met about 25 years ago and we shared our knowledge and passion for coins, especially the buffalo nickel. I only live a few miles from Ron but like a lot of people my age I have really cut back on going anywhere the past year and a half. But once earlier this year I did go over to his house and we spent an hour or so on his front porch catching up on what we were doing. with coins. We really had a good time together.
I remember the time he called me from Kentucky so excited about having found a 1917 doubled die reverse, die number one buffalo nickel in very good or so condition. Said he found that coin right as he walked into the door and then nothing else at all for the whole show. But that one coin made his show. As it certainly would have made mine too. That was around 2000 or so as I remember.
We went to a lot of coin show together in the 90ies and later on into this century probably up until around 2010.
I said to him every time we went into a coin shop or a show it was like a couple of ole foxes gong into a hen house!
Then we kinda stopped doing it as we got older. We concentrated on numismatics on line using this board to communicate to others as well as sites like ebay to cherrypick coins. Ron found a couple of 1913 type one three and a half leggers on ebay. I think it was an ms64 too. And his abraded die book is really a major contribution to the buffalo nickel series.
I will sure miss him. Will try to contact his son and wife later today.
Tom Arch
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Collector of Buffalo Nickels and other 20th century United States Coinage a.k.a "The BUFFINATOR"
My condolences to his family and friends. I only knew him from here on the boards, and due to my lack of interest in nickels, what I remember most is his knowledge and interest in the Pan American Exposition medals, etc.
My latest inquiry of Ron on Oct 23rd.
2 feather buffs:
I can give you a general idea, as follows. Rarest first. These are for the "true" 2 feather varieties only. Some in the middle of the list may be interchangeable.
I feel blessed to have called Ron a friend! I have already given his family my condolences, but will share this with you all who knew and loved Ron.
Two very important things to Ron coins, and his pups! He and I shared many messages esspecially while I was on the mends from surgery.
The top 2 topics coins....and our pups! Both present and Past.....but I told Tim Pope I close my eyes and see Ron walking through the gates....met by wagging tails....excited to see Ron and share eternity together. RIP my friend ....God Bless the Pope family with great memories of a really sweet and giving person.
I am proud of this forum for the pouring of love and kinship for Ron. I think Tim and his family will be pleased to know this existed on the forum for Ron. Great forum with great members.
Jim
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He was very knowledgeable not only about Buffalo nickels but other series as well.
He will he missed.
A patient man who enjoyed learning and sharing.
Sad sad news.
RIP, Ron.
Very sad news, and condolences to the family. Ron was a mentor of sorts, Spurring my interests in buffalo varieties. Always gracious with his time and information, a true good guy in the hobby. While we never met in person, I still feel that my collecting experience will still be missing a kindred soul.
@rec78 said:
[ Very sad to hear this. We had some good private conversations. I do say thou it took me a long time to figure out that he wasn't Konye West.]
I thought that for awhile but then I read his ID - "koynekwest " - it just popped in front of me one day as "koynekwest " = "coin quest" - what say you?
Damn Ron, you had us guessing to the end - What a great guy!
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What a thoughtful and gracious post! I’m so very sorry for your loss and as you can see, your father was greatly appreciated and respected, both by those who read his posts and those who knew him personally.
Mark Feld* of Heritage Auctions*Unless otherwise noted, my posts here represent my personal opinions.
Sincere condolences to his family and friends. I'm sure his kindness and extensive shared knowledge will keep memories of him alive.
So sorry to hear the news - my condolences to his family. He will be missed. Thanks for letting us know.
Sad to hear and added condolences to family and friends. Echoing others, thanks to the son coming here to share the legacy of the father.
Condolences to his family.
A regular on this forum for many years and a staple in the numismatic community, Ron will be missed.
My heartfelt condolences to his family.
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"Coin collecting for outcasts..."
goodness. i thought that post asking if he was MIA was unnecessary since he was posting pretty much, right up until the end. turns out, it was quite apropos!~
i'm certainly going to miss his contributions around here as i'm sure others will on other forums.
between ron and several other members that have passed the past few years, we can really feel the chasm-sized gap they leave behind for the absence of their major and continuous contributions.
Sad to hear. I appreciated his willingness to share his vast knowledge on this forum. My condolences to his family.
I am very sorry to hear this news. Ron was a friend and I was proud to have sold quite a few of his "Buffalo Nickels - The Abraded Die Varieties" books. He was always willing to share his knowledge which was considerable. As Tommy mentioned, he also was an expert on Washington Quarter varieties, and I was happy to have discussd those coins with him also.
My deepest condolences to his family and many friends.
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Sad news indeed. Condolences and warm wishes.
Holding on to all the good memories and continue the journey. Peace Roy
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Rip. My condolences to his family and friends
I had recently sent him some potted Milkweed plants and a bunch of seed as he wanted to have a milkweed patch for the Monarch Butterflies. Here's to God putting him in charge of Heaven's Milkweed Patches to look over the Monarchs!!!!!!!!!!!!
"When they can't find anything wrong with you, they create it!"
It is indeed sad to hear of his passing, but his memory will live on not only among us forum members but through the dedicated work he put into his books.
Dead Cat Waltz Exonumia
"Coin collecting for outcasts..."
Wow. Very sad to hear. He was a great source of knowledge. Thoughts to the family.
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For crying out loud. I didn't know he was ill. I only knew him here but I enjoyed his posts. Best wishes and prayers to the family. I'm so sorry.
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This news comes as a shock, as Ron was such a regular contributor here. I always looked forward to his posts, which showed his deep knowledge of buffalo nickels, and his eagerness to share that knowledge. I'm sorry that I'll never have a chance to meet him. Sincere condolences to his family and friends, RIP Ron.
Very sad, He was friendly and very knowledgeable.
Collector, occasional seller
Sad news. We had some fun private messages about or shared love of Boston Terriers and what a wonderful breed they are. I think I saw here recently that he may have added one to his pack, which made me happy to see. I will definitely miss Koynekwest.
I’m very sorry to hear this, my condolences
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Very sorry to hear this. My prayers go out to his family and friends. I will really miss his participation here. He was a good board member.
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I just found out this morning as I was reading these threads on the board. What a punch in the gut that was to me. I am 76 now and Ron was a few years younger than me. We met about 25 years ago and we shared our knowledge and passion for coins, especially the buffalo nickel. I only live a few miles from Ron but like a lot of people my age I have really cut back on going anywhere the past year and a half. But once earlier this year I did go over to his house and we spent an hour or so on his front porch catching up on what we were doing. with coins. We really had a good time together.
I remember the time he called me from Kentucky so excited about having found a 1917 doubled die reverse, die number one buffalo nickel in very good or so condition. Said he found that coin right as he walked into the door and then nothing else at all for the whole show. But that one coin made his show. As it certainly would have made mine too. That was around 2000 or so as I remember.
We went to a lot of coin show together in the 90ies and later on into this century probably up until around 2010.
I said to him every time we went into a coin shop or a show it was like a couple of ole foxes gong into a hen house!
Then we kinda stopped doing it as we got older. We concentrated on numismatics on line using this board to communicate to others as well as sites like ebay to cherrypick coins. Ron found a couple of 1913 type one three and a half leggers on ebay. I think it was an ms64 too. And his abraded die book is really a major contribution to the buffalo nickel series.
I will sure miss him. Will try to contact his son and wife later today.
Tom Arch
buffnixx
a.k.a "The BUFFINATOR"
Very sad news. Condolences to family and friends. RickO
Condolences to his family. Thank goodness he left a wonderful legacy and his work will be a benefit to so many folks 🙏
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My condolences to his family and friends. I only knew him from here on the boards, and due to my lack of interest in nickels, what I remember most is his knowledge and interest in the Pan American Exposition medals, etc.
Rest in Peace Ron. I enjoyed your posts. My condolences to your friends and family.
One heck of a guy, he will be missed.
My latest inquiry of Ron on Oct 23rd.
2 feather buffs:
I can give you a general idea, as follows. Rarest first. These are for the "true" 2 feather varieties only. Some in the middle of the list may be interchangeable.
01 1923
02 1915-D
03 1916-S
04 1926-D
05 1913-S Var 1
06 1930-S
07 1929-S
08 1915
09 1917
10 1918
11 1920
12 1919
13 1913-D Var 1
14 1921-S
15 1917-S
16 1920-S
17 1918-s
18 1925-S
19 1921
20 1916
RIP my friend.
I'm sorry to hear this. Koynekwest was always a great poster on any subject he chose to post and especially with buffalos.
My condolences to all who knew him personally.
RIP.
The post about the Monarch butterflies got to me. A kindred spirit. Peace
Does anyone have access to or a copy of Ron's Obituary? Just PM me if you would.
Jim
When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain
Really sad news. I never knew him personally but sure felt like I did with him insight and enthusiasm.
RIP sir.
This is his son Robert again. Here is the link to his obituary, https://newcomerakron.com/Obituary/206657/Ronald-Pope/Akron-OH. For anybody local to the Akron area, his obituary will be in tomorrow's Beacon Journal.
I think I have is autograph in my book he was the reason I got into Buffalos will miss him dearly
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I feel blessed to have called Ron a friend! I have already given his family my condolences, but will share this with you all who knew and loved Ron.
Two very important things to Ron coins, and his pups! He and I shared many messages esspecially while I was on the mends from surgery.
The top 2 topics coins....and our pups! Both present and Past.....but I told Tim Pope I close my eyes and see Ron walking through the gates....met by wagging tails....excited to see Ron and share eternity together. RIP my friend ....God Bless the Pope family with great memories of a really sweet and giving person.
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I am proud of this forum for the pouring of love and kinship for Ron. I think Tim and his family will be pleased to know this existed on the forum for Ron. Great forum with great members.
Jim
When a man who is honestly mistaken hears the truth, he will either quit being mistaken or cease to be honest....Abraham Lincoln
Patriotism is supporting your country all the time, and your government when it deserves it.....Mark Twain
He was very knowledgeable not only about Buffalo nickels but other series as well.
He will he missed.
A patient man who enjoyed learning and sharing.
Sad sad news.
RIP, Ron.
Very sad news, and condolences to the family. Ron was a mentor of sorts, Spurring my interests in buffalo varieties. Always gracious with his time and information, a true good guy in the hobby. While we never met in person, I still feel that my collecting experience will still be missing a kindred soul.
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Terrible news. While I never talked with him in person, I appreciated everything he contributed here and to our hobby overall.
May he rest in peace, and may his friends and family find comfort in the fact he was treasured here too.
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Sad news. My condolences to friends here and elsewhere, as well as to his family.
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Condolences to family and friends!!! RIP.
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I didn’t know him personally, but he was a valuable member of this community. I’m very sorry to hear this.
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Very sad to hear this. We had some good private conversations. I do say thou it took me a long time to figure out that he wasn't Konye West.
My condolences to his family & all who knew him.
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Sad news. I always enjoyed his posts.
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I thought that for awhile but then I read his ID - "koynekwest " - it just popped in front of me one day as "koynekwest " = "coin quest" - what say you?
Damn Ron, you had us guessing to the end - What a great guy!
"When they can't find anything wrong with you, they create it!"
Koynekwest will be missed by all. I was always honored when he gave me a like or an agree on a post here. Coming from him really meant something.
In the beginning I thought he was from Florida.
His handle looked like it meant "Coin Key West".
True.
Pete
This terrible news. RIP Ron
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Fellas, leave the tight pants to the ladies. If I can count the coins in your pockets you better use them to call a tailor. Stay thirsty my friends......